Beijing to Amsterdam (PEK–AMS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
PEK–AMS is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. KLM leads the route. The flight covers 4,864 miles in approximately 12h 25m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KL KLM Also: MU | 6 | 789 | 12h25 | – | SkyTeam | MU |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach Amsterdam from Beijing
| Metric | PEK→AMS | PKX→AMS |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from PEK | – | 41 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 12 | 7 |
| Flight time | 12h 25m | 10h 25m |
Travel Essentials
PEK: CST · AMS: CEST
When it's 6:00 PM in Beijing, it's 12:00 PM in Amsterdam.
Chinese passport holders require a Schengen visa to enter the Netherlands. The visa allows stays of up to 90 days within any 180-day period and must be applied for at the Dutch embassy or a VFS Global centre in China. Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond the planned departure from the Schengen zone with at least two blank pages. ETIAS pre-travel authorization will be required once the EU system launches, but it will not replace the visa requirement for Chinese nationals.
Airport Express train runs from Dongzhimen or Sanyuanqiao (Line 10) to the airport in 16–20 minutes (¥25). Trains run every 10 minutes from 6am to 11pm and connect directly to Terminals 2 and 3. This bypasses Beijing's severe road congestion reliably.Taxis from central Beijing (Dongcheng/Xicheng districts) cost ¥80–120 and take 40–90 minutes depending on traffic and time of day. Express buses (¥25–30) serve major city hubs. Note that PKX (Daxing) is Beijing's second international airport; confirm your terminal before traveling.
Trains depart directly from inside the terminal (Schiphol Plaza) to Amsterdam Centraal every 10–15 minutes (15 min, €5.70). Direct intercity trains also serve Rotterdam, The Hague, Utrecht, and Eindhoven without requiring transfers. NS Hispeed connects to Brussels (1h 50m) and Paris CDG (3h 20m).
Taxis use a meter; Amsterdam Centraal costs €35–50. Ride-hail apps (Uber, Bolt) are cheaper at €25–40. Car rental agencies are at the terminal. Bus 397 to Leidseplein is the budget option (€5.50).
Temperate maritime climate, mild and frequently overcast year-round. Winters are cold (0–7°C) with regular rain and occasional snow or freezing fog. AMS handles de-icing efficiently but heavy snowfall (rare) causes cascading delays across the network. Fog is the primary winter disruption risk, particularly November through February.
Summers are warm (17–24°C) with long days and moderate rain. Thunderstorms in July–August cause brief but sharp delays. Strong crosswinds from the North Sea affect small aircraft year-round. Pack a waterproof layer regardless of season.
PEK–AMS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from PEK to AMS
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) and Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) are connected by nonstop service from KLM. With 12 weekly departures, this is a regularly served route.
PEK to AMS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from PEK to AMS is about 12 hours 25 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 4,864 miles (7,827 km). There are approximately 12 weekly flights outbound and 13 return, totaling 25 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Brussels, Oslo-Gardermoen and London Gatwick. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Beijing (PKX).